U.S. work hub Switchyards sells out, spotlights remote work shift
GEORGIA, UNITED STATES — Switchyards, a subscription-based, 24/7 work club designed for remote workers, sold out its Charleston location in under four minutes. This highlights a growing appetite for work-centric alternatives to traditional offices and coffee shops.
The new club, located next to Hampton Park, offers members a dedicated space to work, collaborate, and connect, with amenities aimed at boosting productivity and comfort.
A new home for remote professionals
Unlike typical coworking spaces, Switchyards markets itself as a “neighborhood work club,” catering to those who want a focused environment without the distractions or restrictions of a café.
Lifetime subscriber Jake Brenneman, who works remotely for a tech company, explained the appeal: “I used to be a coffee shop nomad. I work 100% remote for my tech company, and I’ve always wanted a spot like this.”
The Charleston location features multiple rooms tailored to different work styles, including quiet zones for deep focus and open areas for collaboration.
Amenities include blazing-fast WiFi, bookable meeting rooms, private phone booths, and ergonomic furniture. “One of people’s favorites is top-shelf, locally roasted coffee that is free,” said Brandon Hinman, Switchyards’ creative director.
Affordability and community draw members
Memberships are priced at $100 per month, granting 24/7 access and the ability to use any Switchyards location nationwide. While some, like member Nicolas Hilaire, acknowledge the cost is “steep,” others see value in the convenience and community.
“It’s $20 for my favorite bowl at Chipotle, and in four weeks that’s like the price of this,” Hilaire noted.
CEO and Founder Michael Tavani described the club as a response to changing work habits: “There’s a growing need for that ‘third place for work’ in this city and beyond-a space that’s not your home or office, but somewhere to mix it up.”
Hinman added that members find they can “get more done in less time” thanks to the work-centered environment.
Shaping the future of work
Switchyards’ rapid sellout in Charleston mirrors trends seen at its other locations, as remote and hybrid workers seek flexible, community-driven spaces closer to home.
With plans to open 200 new clubs across the U.S. over the next five years, Switchyard is betting that the future of work lies in neighborhood hubs that blend productivity, comfort, and connection.
